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Northern lights in the Westfjords of Iceland

Iceland recently, topped The National Geographic’s Traveler Magazine’s list of the world’s best destinations in 2012.

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Jökulsárlón is the largest glacier lagoon in Iceland

Situated in south eastern Iceland, at the head of the Breiðamerkurjökull glacier branching from the Vatnajökull, between Skaftafell National Park and Höfn, it evolved into a lagoon after the glacier started receding from the edge of the Atlantic Ocean.

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Iceland offers some spectacular diving sites

The Stryta in Eyjafjordur is tho only geothermal cone in the world you can scuba dive to. (Photo: Erlendur Bogason-strytan.is)

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Mountain biking in Iceland

There is no place on earth like Iceland when it comes to mountain biking. (Photo: Magne Kvam)

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The Icelandic horse is a special breed

It is a five-gaited breed, known for its sure-footedness and ability to cross rough terrain. There are riding tours availible in Iceland for everyone all year round.

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Harpa Concert and Conference Centre

Reykjavik’s new and long-awaited Harpa Concert and Conference Centre opened May 13th 2011. With its ideal geographical location between continental Europe and the United States, the centre has been developed to host international business, music and cultural events.

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There are more than 170 Geothermal Pools in Iceland

Iceland is known for its natural hot springs and spa culture, which is widely celebrated across the country. One of the nations’ favorite pastimes is chilling out in the various hot pots dotted across the island’s townships.

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Wildlife in East Iceland

Reindeers were introduced to Iceland from Norway late in the 18th century.

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Iceland is the ideal destination for enjoying the Northern lights

The Northern Lights (Aurora Borealis) are one of the most spectacular shows on earth and can be seen in Iceland from September through April. You might see them from the streets in Reykjavik or preferable while bathing in a hot thermal pot.

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Action in Iceland

Choose between skiing, river-rafting, relaxing in thermal pools, hiking, running, riding, swimming in the sea and much more

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Spring

Myvatn in the north of Iceland. Spring is the time when the sun climbs ever higher, warming up the earth and all living things.

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Landmannalaugar

The Laugavegur hiking trail (55 kilometres), is Iceland’s most popular hiking trail, connecting the nature reserves Landmannalaugar and Þórsmörk. For many runners the Laugavegur Ultra Marathon is the most enjoyable race in Iceland.

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Bird watching

Barrow's Goldeneye is often seen at the famous Mývatn lake. The duck species composition is unique in the mixture of Eurasian and North American elements. Thirteen species of ducks nest near Myvatn.

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Whale Watching in Iceland

Iceland is among the 10 best destinations worldwide for whale watching.

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Welcome to Iceland

Iceland is not only closer than you think, but far different than you ever imagined.

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